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    Scope recommendation

    Picking up a Tikka T3X in 6.5 CM. Looking for scope recommendations and i'm not looking to spend more than 600 use will be 400 and in on whitetail mainly.
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    Decided potential loads 7WSM

    Ok the load data and component availability is daunting but based off the components I can find and keeping with published load data I'll develop the 150gr E-tip, 145gr LRX, and 160gr Grand Slam with H4831sc powder and see what shoots best.
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    7WSM deer load

    Looking for a deer load for a 7wsm build i'm putting together. With 7wsm speeds I know I would have to a heavier with a better constructed bullet. Would a 150g TTSX work? Any recommendations appreciated.
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    7wsm vs 7saum

    In the process of getting my components for a custom build I've decided on either the 7wsm or the 7saum. This is strictly a hunting rig and I want to keep this as a short action as I don't plan on shooting above 160g. Any recommendations either way?
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    Resize 300saum to 7saum

    How easy is it to resize from 300saum to 7saum. Thinking of 7saum build and know at this point i would need to reload. Looking to do this with the least amount of steps and least complicated. If not I'll go 7wsm.
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    Montana Rifle Co

    In a previous post I said I was in the market for a new rifle. Montana Rifle Co is on that list but since they are out of business what are people's impression of them. I know if I get one and need warranty service I'm SOL.
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    Free floated barrel

    Am considering a weatherby vanguard as my next rifle. I know on the vanguards the barrels aren't free floated does this make any difference at all especially in a hunting situation?
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    Guided elk hunt

    I'm looking at a guided elk hunt in the future. I'm getting a new rifle soon and hunt in the east mainly whitetails. I know it varies by outfitter but what would be a good recommended non magnum cartridge I should be looking at?
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    New Rifle

    I am back in the market for a new bolt-action. Sold my last one due to falling on hard times any recommendations on brand and model? $1100 is my maximum.
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    Hunting gear

    First time hunter need some advice on gear to buy mainly clothing not trying to break the bank just some basics to get started. PS I hate the cold.
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    Reloading

    I'm ready to get into reloading for my .270 Win to cut down on costs as I try to hit the range as often as possible to build up my accuracy. I have all the supplies needed minus the bullets. I will be using this for deer hunting and wanted to know which bullet style I should use.
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    Scope base and mounts

    So I took my Mossberg Patriot in 270 out to the range today and couldn't hit paper if my life depended on it even at 25yds. One of the range officers said the when he looked through the bore it didn't match what was seen through the scope even at max windage adjustment. I have the vortex scope...
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    First range visit.

    Well I shoot like crap but I'm going to chalk that up to the guy helping me sight in saying my scope was mounted wrong. But I had a blast my Mossberg Patriot in .270 win is fun to shoot recoil was not a problem and I was shooting 130g hunting loads went thru 3 boxes of ammo and my shoulder feels...
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    Finally did it

    So I finally ordered a rifle for myself rifle a Savage 16/116 Trophy Hunter Xp in .308 Win I will be picking it up next Saturday. It comes with the Nikon 3x9x40 scope. Should I ditch the scope and rings for something better or keep the scope and just upgrade rings and bases. The rings and bases...
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    Bolt Rifle Suggestion

    Looking at a Howa 1500, TC Venture, Mossberg Patriot or a Savage but can't decide on 30-06, 308, 270, or 7mm-08. Don't want a light weight rifle looking for something that can absorb the recoil but also something that is comfortable to carry. This rifle will mainly be used here in the east for...
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    New rifle suggestions

    So I have decided to finally breaknow down and buy a new rifle and have narrowed down my caliber choice to the 30-06 Springfield and the .308 Winchester. I have a $500 budget and need some input from the forum members in which make and model to look at.
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    Looking for first bolt-action rifle.

    Looking to get into hunting here in Maryland in our rifle friendly counties. Want some opinions on a good bolt-action rifle white tails will be the order of the day here and possibly an elk hunt in the future so I'm looking for one caliber to do it all. Don't want to break the bank on a rifle so...
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